Our Team

Homes Built to Your Lifestyle

Stephen Kauffman

Owner and Chief Executive Officer

Stephen has owned and operated DIVCO Custom Homes since its inception in 1984. His attention to detail and innovation combined with his dedication to total client satisfaction are leadership hallmarks which radiate throughout the organization. With a genuine commitment to respect and courtesy, Kauffman is personally involved with every client and visits each home project regularly.

Mark Eastman

President and Marco Island Project Manager

With a meticulous eye for detail and a tenacious insistence on quality, Mark strives to exceed every client's expectations while assuring DIVCO's time-tested construction steps run smoothly.

Ron Glace

Director of Construction / Chief Operating Officer

Ron's high expectations for skilled workmanship of both employees and contractors are what make the DIVCO difference in building exceptional homes. His ultimate gratification is seeing clients smile as their vision morphs from paper to "bricks and mortar."

Alan Foster

Vice President of Sales & Marketing

A natural people person, Alan guides clients through the visioning process, helping them personalize a home that defines them. His top priority is creating a comfortable, enjoyable design and building experience resulting in a quality residence clients love to call home.

Shane Kauffman

Business Operations Manager / CFO

Shane earned his Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Accountancy, Cum Laude from the Mendoza College of Business, University of Notre Dame. Prior to joining DIVCO Custom Homes, he worked as a Tax Associate with PriceWaterhouseCoopers for two years in the FS Insurance Tax practice.

Shane joined DIVCO in March 2016 and became a Licensed Florida Real Estate Salesperson with DIVCO Realty in 2017. Shane fulfills dual roles at DIVCO. As CFO, he is responsible for financial management, projections, and banking. In his role as Business Operations Manager, Shane manages human resources and oversees day-to-day operations.

Jerry Knight

New Home Sales Consultant

Jerry has been the face of Divco Custom Homes on Marco Island for over 25 years. A thorough knowledge of the Island, the building process, and longstanding relationships make him the one to talk to if you are considering a new luxury home on Marco Island. Jerry's commitment to personalized service will serve you well.

Lee Wilson

New Home Sales Consultant

Lee Wilson has been a New Home Sales Consultant in SW Florida for nearly 20 years. Lee has been the point person for Divco Custom Homes in the luxury home community of Miromar Lakes, in Lee County, for over 15 years. Lee's broad knowledge and understanding of the South Florida market has enabled him to provide exceptional guidance and direction to the many custom home customers fortunate enough to meet and work with him.

Jennifer Lofstrand

New Homes Sales Consultant

Jennifer is a DIVCO New Home Sales Consultant specializing in Collier County, with special emphasis on the neighborhoods of Pelican Bay and Pine Ridge south through Aqualane Shores and Royal Harbor. Deeply dedicated to pairing clients with home design choices that best match their needs and expertly knowledgeable of the local real estate market, Jennifer is an experienced and reliable partner for those seeking the luxurious Naples lifestyle in a new DIVCO custom home.

Kathleen Scanlan

Interior Design Lead

Kathleen is an experienced residential designer with Allied ASID membership serving the Naples, Marco Island, and Southwest Florida area. She counts universities, hospitals, and restaurants as some of her largest projects. Kathleen is equally adept at residential design applications. Interior Design Projects, large and small, receive the utmost attention to detail while delivering on quality.

Divco Testimonial:

"Our entire experience with Divco, from the kick-off meeting to final walk-through, has truly exceeded our expectations. The process and system to manage the construction of our home were flawless. No details were missed, no surprises occurred... We look forward to many years of enjoyment in our new home with family and friends. Thank you to the Divco team for not just building a house, but for creating a home."

Bruce and Shonna Swift

"Having built multiple homes with Divco, we have been a happy customer for over 15 years. We have appreciate the positive, sustainable relationship we have experienced with ALL Divco representatives plus a great product every time! Any prospective client needs to know that, with Divco, there is always someone available for reassurance and direction regarding any inquiry at any time during the journey. Thank you, Divco, for a job well done!"

Richard and Karen Jury

"Our home management company, which manages homes in upscale communities throughout Southwest Florida, said the construction of our home surpasses most of the homes they manage. If there is an occasion in the future to build another home, we would certainly consider Divco again!"

Lester H. and Nancy C. McKeever

"It is a great pleasure to express our appreciation to the entire Divco staff for the magnificent home you constructed for us on Marco Island. The entire process has been painless and the cooperation and assistance by your entire staff has been nothing short of phenomenal."

Bart and Cathy Coulter

"Building such a large home from a distance can be a scary undertaking but Divco made the process less stressful from start to finish... We look forward to spending many happy years in our beautiful Divco home."

Mary and Michael Swanick

"Having been the general contractor on our personal residence here in Illinois (a 6,500-square-foot custom home), I know that the building process ahead will hold some unexpected challenges but we feel very comfortable that Divco will be able to deliver with the same 'after-sale' professionalism."